Head of Water - London, United Kingdom - AECOM

AECOM

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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description:

Director of Water, EWE UK&I

Within the Environment, Water & Energy (EWE) Business Line, we focus on providing client and community-focused solutions, addressing global challenges, and delivering sustainable outcomes.

Within this line, we're proud to offer opportunities for our people and sustainable solutions for our clients, particularly in response to climate change, water scarcity concerns, and energy transition.

About You

Additionally, you will bring a strong technical background in water engineering, water resources, or water environment disciplines, with the ability to provide strategic direction and oversight across diverse projects and portfolios.

Commitment to advancing sustainable water management practices, integrating nature-based solutions, and maximizing the value of natural resources to create lasting environmental and community benefits is fundamental to your role.

Key Responsibilities

Report directly to the Managing Director of EWE and collaborate with fellow Business Directors, EWE Director of Strategy and Growth, Global Technical Teams, and wider EWE leadership.
Develop and implement a growth plan aligned to the EWE Strategic Plan for the Water business.
Ensure full accountability for the P&L performance of Water versus the financial plan and outlook - key performance metrics being NSR Book to Burn, NSR, Gross Margin %, Cost Utilisation %, EBITA %, FTEs, employee attrition, and DSO. As part of the Water leadership team you will also have joint accountability to deliver the overall P&L for EWE.
Drive a culture where AECOM is recognised as a great place to work, by upholding AECOM's values, championing equity, diversity, & inclusion, and promoting employee engagement and continuous development.
Initiate and lead recruitment of strategic and/or senior hires, with succession plans for critical roles within Water.
Ensure successful management of projects/programs within Water from prepositioning and proposal development to completion, including periodic project reviews.
Implement change programs to increase efficiency, profitability, and quality of operations within the Water business.
Maintain and secure new business opportunities to drive growth while ensuring client satisfaction as measured through Net Promoter Score feedback.
Support the development and implementation of innovative and digital solutions to enhance business performance and service delivery.
Collaborate with other business units within EWE UK&I and across AECOM globally to deliver multi-disciplinary projects and programs, showcasing our DNA for work winning.
Lead by example by visibly driving SH&E culture, ensuring effective implementation of AECOM SH&E policies and procedures, and achieving the SH&E core value metrics for Water.

Qualifications:

15 years of senior operational leadership experience within a matrixed multinational Environment or Water Consultancy.
Proven track record of successfully managing leadership teams and multi-disciplinary project teams.
Strong understanding of infrastructure and environment markets, including knowledge of social, political, and economic drivers across the European geography.
Demonstrated positive and growth-oriented leadership approach, with the ability to coach and mentor direct reports.
Recognized as a thought leader within the industry, demonstrated through participation in seminars, conferences, and various industry forums.
Extensive experience in leading and implementing change programs to increase operational efficiency, profitability, and quality.
Strong financial and budget management skills, with a successful history of securing new work and maintaining existing contracts.
Ability to ensure client satisfaction through effective client management activities and a strong attention to detail.
Clear experience in delivering successful health and safety initiatives.
Proven track record in managing, leading, and motivating diverse, multi-disc